Elba revealed in the video posted on Twitter that he discovered his positive diagnosis of coronavirus this morning. While he has no symptoms, Elba makes sure to quarantine himself in order to limit the possibility of the disease spreading to other people.
He also emphasized the need for others to remain safe and to be diligent, as they could carriers of the virus and not know it. Director James Gunn, who worked with Elba in the upcoming movie The Suicide Squad,
Retweet Elba’s video with a caption asking people to pray for Elba and continue to practice social distancing in the following weeks. Watch the Elba video and read Gunn's response below.
This morning I tested positive for Covid 19. I feel ok, I have no symptoms so far but have been isolated since I found out about my possible exposure to the virus. Stay home people and be pragmatic. I will keep you updated on how I’m doing 👊🏾👊🏾 No panic. pic.twitter.com/Lg7HVMZglZ— Idris Elba (@idriselba) March 16, 2020
Maybe thoughts and prayers aren’t entirely in fashion but I’d love for all you praying sorts to pray for my friend @idriselba, one of the greatest guys I know, AND to practice as much social distancing as you possibly can in the following weeks. Love you, Idris. ❤️🙏❤️ https://t.co/etr36BpZm5— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) March 16, 2020
Idris Elba is not the only Celebrity person from List A who has been diagnosed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson tested positive for coronavirus last week in Australia. Fascism had a major impact on Hollywood,
From movie premieres being delayed of the TV and Film productions closing down movie production, as well as record-lows office. Unfortunately, the spread of the disease does not seem to slow, which means that the effect of the coronavirus on the entertainment industry will get worse.إ
Source: Idris Elba, James Gunn
Source: Idris Elba, James Gunn
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